These past few weeks have been filled with lots of excitement for me: at Or Chadash, in our community and in the Caribbean.

Or Chadash is gearing up for Hanukkah. We are very fortunate that the Gendelman family is bringing lots of latkes next Shabbat -- but we still want you to make those remarkably unique latkes from your families' traditions! Please RSVP below to let us know what you're bringing.

To prepare you for Hanukkah, this Shabbat I am presenting: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Hanukkah But Were Afraid to Ask. Please join me for this informative Q and A. You will learn the REAL story of Hanukkah, the truth behind the miracle and whether latkes or hamantaschen are the definitive Jewish treat. And ...you will get the definitive answer to the great question: How do you spell this favorite Jewish holiday!?!?

In our community, I am proud to share that I am now a Trustee on the Board of the Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties. My first meeting was last Tuesday, and I look forward to deepening our connections to the SHaW Federation and letting you know what is happening in our region. This week is Super Week (see below). Please come out and support the Federation!

And finally, I have just returned from eight days in Cuba. Please join me this Sunday for Kup O' Joe (Adult Education) to learn about the long Jewish history of Cuba and the current state of the Jewish community in this special country. Cigars, rum and coffee are all BYOB.

Shalom,

Rabbi Joseph M. Forman

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

Board Meeting

Thursday, November 29th

7:00 - 8:00 PM

Shabbat Services and

Everything You Always Wanted To Know About HanukkahFriday, November 30th

Emma Levine will become a Bat Mitzvah on December 1st. She is the daughter of Alison and Barry Levine. Emma is a 7th grader at JP Case Middle School. Emma's Torah portion, Vayeishev, discusses jealousy and favoritism. She enjoys

soccer, playing with her dog, and reading. Emma enjoyed her mitzvah project which was knitting scarves and hats for cancer patients. Emma is looking forward to celebrating her special day

with friends and family.

December 7th 7 PM - Shabbat Services

Join us for our Hanukkah Shabbat Service with

special music followed by our annual Latke Oneg.

Please remember to bring your menorahs.

We will supply candles. See Details above.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

RELIGIOUS SCHOOL

Thursday, November 29th

4:30 - 6:00 PM -
Grade 7

Sunday, December 2nd

9:00 AM - 12 Noon - Grades 3-6

10:15 AM - 12 Noon - Grades K-2

Thursday, December 6th

6:30 PM - 8:15 PM - Grades 7/8/9/10

Sunday, December 9th

9:00 AM - 12 Noon - Grades 3-6

10:15 AM - 12 Noon - Grades K-2

Thursday, December 13th

4:30 - 6:00 PM - Grade 7

LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

KUP* O' JOE - Adult Education:

Caffeinated Conversations

with Rabbi Forman

Join Rabbi Forman on Selected Sundays at 11-12 PM to discuss Jewish thought, practices and world events.
All are welcome.

Upcoming Fall/Winter Dates:

December 2nd - Report and Slideshow of Jewish Cuba.

Join Rabbi Forman to hear
stories about his recent humanitarian trip to

Jewish Cuba with the Central Conference of American Rabbis.

December 16th

January 13th

More information and additional dates coming soon!

*Yiddish for "head"

SISTERHOOD

SISTERHOOD

Join us on Sundays for an easy stroll from 10:15-11:00 AM. Refreshments and chat until 12 PM. All are welcome.

Upcoming 2018/2019 Winter Dates:

December 9th

January 6th

February 10th

March 3rd

OR CHADASH TEMPLE YOUTH GROUP (OCTY)

UPCOMING EVENTS

Friday, December 7th - OCTY HANUKKAH

TOY DRIVE

As Hanukkah quickly approaches now is the

perfect time to both make room for new toys and think of those less fortunate than us! Or Chadash Temple Youth Group is having a toy drive on the

night of the Hanukkah service, December 7, at 7pm. Please help so many kids and families in

need this holiday season and the whole year through. All you need to do is drop off unwrapped, new or gently used toys at Or Chadash any time now through December 7th and OCTY will take care of the rest! Wish you and your family a warm and happy Hanukkah!

A message from Robin Wishnie, Executive Director of the Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties...

Hello Everyone,

We have slammed into the 2018 hurricane season.
When disaster first strikes, immediate aid is needed to help communities get back on their feet. Afterwards, rebuilding and strengthening resilience can take years.

But, just as with Hurricanes Katrina and Harvey, Jewish Federations are there-helping make sure that the urgent needs of the most severely impacted are met.

We have opened a fund for victims of Hurricane Michael, as we have done for previous hurricanes. Please help these hurricane victims today.